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England Leads Historic Bid: UK Set to Host the 2035 Women's World Cup as Sole Contender
Football

England Leads Historic Bid: UK Set to Host the 2035 Women's World Cup as Sole Contender

The UK emerges as the exclusive bidder for the 2035 Women's World Cup, marking a milestone in women's football with a potential historic home nations tournament.

Former Canada Coach John Herdman Cleared in Drone Scandal: Investigation Results and Career Impact
Football

Former Canada Coach John Herdman Cleared in Drone Scandal: Investigation Results and Career Impact

Former Canada national team coach John Herdman receives letter of admonishment following investigation into Olympic drone surveillance incident.

Guardiola's Humble Stance: Man City Unworthy of Club World Cup Bonus Despite Historic Qualification
Football

Guardiola's Humble Stance: Man City Unworthy of Club World Cup Bonus Despite Historic Qualification

Man City boss Pep Guardiola insists his squad doesn't deserve bonuses despite qualifying for the lucrative Club World Cup after their Champions League triumph.

Kenyan Goalkeeper Patrick Matasi Under Scrutiny in Match-Fixing Probe: FKF Launches Investigation
Football

Kenyan Goalkeeper Patrick Matasi Under Scrutiny in Match-Fixing Probe: FKF Launches Investigation

The Kenya Football Federation investigates allegations of match manipulation involving goalkeeper Patrick Matasi, with calls for evidence amid club support.

2026 World Cup Qualifiers: South Africa Faces Possible Sanction for Fielding Ineligible Player
Football

2026 World Cup Qualifiers: South Africa Faces Possible Sanction for Fielding Ineligible Player

South Africa risks a points deduction in World Cup qualifiers after fielding Teboho Mokoena against Lesotho, potentially reshaping Group C standings.

Sepp Blatter and Michel Platini Acquitted in Landmark FIFA Corruption Case
Football

Sepp Blatter and Michel Platini Acquitted in Landmark FIFA Corruption Case

Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter and football legend Michel Platini cleared of corruption charges in a major Swiss court ruling.

FIFA Excludes Club Leon from Club World Cup Over Ownership Violations
Football

FIFA Excludes Club Leon from Club World Cup Over Ownership Violations

FIFA has removed Mexican club Leon from the Club World Cup due to violations of multi-club ownership rules, sparking controversy and appeals.

Africa's Road to 2026 World Cup: Key Battles and Rising Stars in the Qualifiers
Football

Africa's Road to 2026 World Cup: Key Battles and Rising Stars in the Qualifiers

Explore the intense battles and strategic plays as Africa's top teams vie for a spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Key matches and rising stars highlighted.

$1 Billion Club World Cup Prize Pot Sparks Concerns Over Domestic Football Balance
Football

$1 Billion Club World Cup Prize Pot Sparks Concerns Over Domestic Football Balance

The $1 billion prize pot for the 2025 Club World Cup raises fears about its impact on domestic leagues, particularly smaller and mid-sized competitions.

Blatter and Platini Return to Swiss Court in FIFA Fraud Case Retrial
Football

Blatter and Platini Return to Swiss Court in FIFA Fraud Case Retrial

Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter and football legend Michel Platini face Swiss court again in a fraud case retrial over a contested payment.

IFAB Approves New Goalkeeper Time-Wasting Rule to Enhance Football Fairness
Football

IFAB Approves New Goalkeeper Time-Wasting Rule to Enhance Football Fairness

The International Football Association Board has approved a new rule to reduce goalkeeper time-wasting, limiting ball holding to eight seconds, starting this summer.

Congo-Brazzaville Faces International Football Ban Amid Governance Crisis
Football

Congo-Brazzaville Faces International Football Ban Amid Governance Crisis

FIFA suspends Congo-Brazzaville from international football due to third-party interference in the national football association, casting doubt on their 2026 World Cup qualifiers.

Costa Rican Club Challenges FIFA Rules in Club World Cup Dispute
Football

Costa Rican Club Challenges FIFA Rules in Club World Cup Dispute

Liga Deportiva Alajuelense takes FIFA to court, seeking entry into the Club World Cup over ownership rule violations.